1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 635 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1986 Skoda L | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | Volare | L |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |